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“I find it odd seeing a DJ playing to huge audiences. I know that people have been doing it for a while, but the fact that it's been embraced so much in America now and it's become like this new, big thing, I find it slightly odd.”

Quote by Martin Gore

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Martin Gore is a renowned British songwriter, best known for his contributions to Depeche Mode. Born on July 23, 1961, he has been a key member of the band since the early 1980s, celebrated for his unique musical style and emotionally charged lyrics. more

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